1515. DEFINITIONS

1515 DEFINTIONS 1515.1 For purposes of this chapter, the following terms and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed: “Animal” – the animal or animals seized by a WHS humane officer pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 22-1004. “Custodial Period” – the period during which WHS maintains custody of the animal after the WHS humane officer seizes the animal pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 22-1004. “Designee” – any WHS employee designated by the President of WHS to act on behalf of the President under any sub-chapter authorizing or requiring the President to act. “Owner” – the record owner of the animal or animals seized by a WHS humane officer pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 22-1004. “President” – the President of WHS “Representative” – the individual(s) designated by the respondent to represent the respondent during the hearing process prescribed in this chapter. “Respondent” – the owner of the animal who requests a hearing under § 1502. “Washington Humane Society or WHS” – the entity authorized by law to protect animals from neglect or cruelty. SOURCE: Emergency and Proposed Rulemaking published at 56 DCR 316 (January 9, 2009)[EXPIRED]; as amended by Final Rulemaking published 56 DCR 2374 (March 27, 2009). District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Public Space and Safety 24 DCMR § 1515